Lead Supplier Quality Engineer - Aerospace & Space Programs

Barrios; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrios Technology seeks a Quality Engineer III to lead supplier quality assurance, overseeing procurement quality and supplier performance in a dynamic aerospace setting.

The candidate will ensure suppliers meet contractual and regulatory requirements while supporting a reliable, compliant supply chain; bring leadership, technical expertise, and continuous improvement focus to program teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 10 years in supplier quality in aerospace.
• Thorough knowledge of AS9100 requirements and supplier audits.
• Experience reviewing drawings, contracts, POs, and technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality processes per AS9100 and contractual requirements.
• Manage supplier qualification, approval, and ASL performance.
• Define quality flow-downs for purchased products and services.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and surveillance.
• Develop supplier quality reports and KPIs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality/Manufacturing/Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

ERP systems

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Barrios Technology seeks a Quality Engineer III to lead supplier quality assurance, overseeing procurement quality and supplier performance in a dynamic aerospace setting.

The candidate will ensure suppliers meet contractual and regulatory requirements while supporting a reliable, compliant supply chain; bring leadership, technical expertise, and continuous improvement focus to program teams.